Guardio

Guardio provides browser-based security protection for consumers against online threats including phishing, malware, and AI-generated scams. The company operates as a browser extension that monitors and blocks malicious websites, suspicious redirects, and deceptive content in real-time. Their platform intercepts approximately 825,000 threats daily and blocks around 320,000 malicious sites each day, including brand impersonation attempts and lookalike domains. The company focuses on personal security at consumer scale, protecting over 1.5 million users across their online activities. Guardio's technology addresses threats such as viruses, worms, spyware, trojans, and adware, with particular emphasis on emerging AI-crafted deception tactics. Their approach combines real-time threat detection with proactive protection that adapts to evolving attack methods. Founded by cybersecurity experts, Guardio employs over 100 engineers and researchers who develop protection against novel threats created by AI and other emerging technologies. The company has raised $80 million in funding from investors including ION Crossover Partners, Tiger Global, Union, and Emerge. Their research team regularly publishes findings on phishing campaigns, brand impersonation, and online scams, which have been featured in major media outlets.